We consulted with the spirits by night, laughing, drinking, and scaring the demons away.
The Fire Serpent was summoned and grew on wings of flame.
A Hike to Remember: Dealing with Death, Bears, and High Altitude
The rain intensified as high winds kicked around the vehicles with an unrelenting roar. We couldn’t see much of anything. The hazard lights were on for the… Read more “A Hike to Remember: Dealing with Death, Bears, and High Altitude”
Lost on the Buffalo River Trail – Finishing a 200 Mile Journey
It had been another dark, rainy day of hiking and I had seen very little of the sun. After finishing the Ozark Highlands Trail at Woolum I… Read more “Lost on the Buffalo River Trail – Finishing a 200 Mile Journey”
Buffalo River Trail: A Photographic Journey Through the Ozarks
After several rough days in the rain and darkness I had finally finished the Ozark Highlands Trail. I set no records. I took my sweet, damn time… Read more “Buffalo River Trail: A Photographic Journey Through the Ozarks”
Ozark Highlands Trail: The Final Stretch
After enjoying a beautiful sunny zero day, it was time to get going. The sun disappeared and the gray haze of rain clouds covered the skies. I… Read more “Ozark Highlands Trail: The Final Stretch”
Section 7 of the OHT: Fairview to Moore
After nearly freezing in the night it took some mental coaxing to get out of the hammock in the morning. I waited for the sun and my… Read more “Section 7 of the OHT: Fairview to Moore”
Section 5 of the OHT: The Sound of Wind and Water
Journal Entry: Day 19, 10-23-17: Great Sunny day. Got some water then packed up after coffee and instant breakfast powder as creamer. Headed out late in the… Read more “Section 5 of the OHT: The Sound of Wind and Water”
Section 4 of the OHT Photo Blog: Recharge
Journal Entry – Day 16: Hiked up further into the mountain then descended quickly into Hobo Falls on Cedar Creek. Think I will stay here for a… Read more “Section 4 of the OHT Photo Blog: Recharge”
Ozark Highlands Trail – Preparations and Gear on a Budget
I was staying at a friend’s house for a few days before I left for the Ozark Highlands Trail for final preparations. I had been slowly gathering… Read more “Ozark Highlands Trail – Preparations and Gear on a Budget”
My Top Photos of 2021
I think it’s been years since I have done a blog. I’ve stayed mostly disconnected and in my own little world. I have done and seen all… Read more “My Top Photos of 2021”
Arches National Park, Utah
It had been a great road trip from the start at Mount Rushmore to Devil’s Tower, experiencing Yellowstone in Winter, Zion National Park, Antelope and Grand Canyon.… Read more “Arches National Park, Utah”
Antelope Canyon to the Grand Canyon
We arrived at Antelope Canyon and got a hotel for the night. We started doing some research online to figure out which canyon to go to: Lower… Read more “Antelope Canyon to the Grand Canyon”
Acrophobia on Angel’s Landing: Zion National Park, Utah
After a crazy drive through a blizzard we managed to get out of Salt Lake City before all highway lanes were shut down. We escaped the foul… Read more “Acrophobia on Angel’s Landing: Zion National Park, Utah”
Yellowstone in Winter
After visiting Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, and Devils Tower Monuments, we arrived at Yellowstone. Most of the roads were closed because it was so late in the… Read more “Yellowstone in Winter”
Mount Rushmore to Devil’s Tower
I was fresh off a 200 mile thru-hike and not looking forward to what would have to come next; getting back on my feet in a metaphorical… Read more “Mount Rushmore to Devil’s Tower”
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